How to Make Your Money Last

If inflation is the silent killer of retirement planning, what can you do about it? On today's show, Brian talks through the rule of 72, how it relates to inflation, and how understanding this rule can impact your financial plan.

Mailbag: Do I have Enough to Retire with my Pension?

We all want to know that we have enough for retirement when the time comes. Brian an-swers a question from the mailbag from someone who previously thought she couldn’t af-ford retirement, but has since realized her pension would provide more than she thought. Is it enough to retire though? How do you figure that out?

Should You Have a Charitable Trust?

Some of the greatest coaches inspire their teams to do well. Today we look at quotes from famous coaches and apply the same wisdom to our financial lives. Then, we discuss the seven deadly sins and how to avoid them when saving, spending, and strategizing with your money.

Financial Wisdom from Coaches

Some of the greatest coaches inspire their teams to do well. Today we look at quotes from famous coaches and apply the same wisdom to our financial lives. Then, we discuss the seven deadly sins and how to avoid them when saving, spending, and strategizing with your money.

Naughty or Nice: Financial Advisors

“Making a list, checking it twice, going to find out who’s naughty or nice…” Which of these financial advisor scenarios would put an advisor on the naughty list? Brian shares what he thinks about these situations and what is expected of a trustworthy advisor.

Should I Have Mutual Funds?

Mutual funds have been a popular way to invest, but are they what’s best for your financial plan? Brian talks about what happens with a mutual fund, who has them, and what might be a better fit instead. According to Brian, mutual funds are kind of like driving a 1987 As-trovan. Is that the kind of vehicle you want to travel in?

Roth Conversions Before the End of the Year

Before we close out 2022, have you considered whether or not a Roth conversion is the right move for you? Brian talks a lot about Roth conversions on the show, and today gives examples of how it can pay off in the long-run. Then we talk about the reasons why people hold onto too much cash and how to invest it better.

The Season of Charitable Giving

As we prepare for Thanksgiving, a lot of us are giving thanks for what we have. Many are also considering making charitable gifts to different charities before the year ends. Brian talks about the value of charitable giving and also explains the rules behind the gift tax. But first, he answers two questions from the mailbag.

Retirement Planning with Mr. Miyagi

Financial planning is not the same for everybody, so it’s important to have a plan. Living below your means, saving and investing, can get you far. Just like Mr. Miyagi in the movie Karate Kid teaches discipline, you need to have discipline with your financial plan. Then, we talk about why some people don’t want to retire.

Stock Market Shenanigans

Now that we are in the heart of football season, what can we learn from the game? Coach Brian is here to guide you through what you need to know when it comes to your financial plan. We compare different football analogies to retirement planning to help you understand where you’re headed and find out if you’re making the right decisions. But first, we answer some questions from the mailbag.

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